Chase the sun with your Audi S5 Cabriolet as you take a 2-day cruise around Paris and the countryside. Explore the Champagne region learning how the beverage is made before jetting off to the coast for a magnificent sunset view. Follow along and see how to spend a 2-day journey navigating the parks and quaint towns only a few hours from Paris.

Summer is all about getting on the road and touring through some of Normandy’s idyllic villages, historic sites and unspoilt countryside. Pick up your newly launched Audi R8 Spyder and follow the Seine Valley from Paris to coastal Honfleur. This superb route combines the pleasure of the drive with gastronomic delights and as much history and art as you wish to take in along the way.

We have prepared a driver’s guide for a road trip through the Loire Valley. From behind the wheel of a super stylish Ferrari you can arrive at some of the most remote and tucked away gems of the Loire Valley. But at other times, you may just want to be able to walk around exploring secreted nooks and crannies at your leisure. The trick of course is knowing how to do it right and that’s where this guide comes in.

With all the air of casual sophistication, cozy elegance and laid-back luxury I drove along the French Riviera with an unparalleled sense of freedom in an open top, Bentley Continental GTC whipping the breeze in every stride and turn. I commenced in Cannes and visited each of those French jewels of Antibes, St. Paul de Vence, Jean Cap Ferrat and then Monaco that each lie on the string of the sunshine splashed Riviera coastline.

For those suffering with a bad case of wanderlust finding the ideal rewards program becomes the absolute necessity. But often the search for the best frequent flyer program becomes a journey in itself, only of the much more tedious kind. Times have moved on, and what was once good for the goose is no longer good for the gander. Indeed, finding the best rewards program draws on a consideration of your individual travelling needs.

“I love Cannes in the Winter!” Sure, it’s not what you generally hear, but then that’s what seems to make it one of the city’s best kept secrets. It’s the chance to basque in all the glitzy candour without the hefty prices, take in the stunning views without the crowds, be admitted into the most exclusive clubs without the wait. And yet do it all, whilst enjoying a climate that, let’s face it, is still a lot warmer than the place you probably call home.

If you’re looking for a luxury ski chalet that’s as stylish as a 1080 double cork then there’s plenty to choose from, but only a select few that really take things to the next level. After a hard day on the slopes you’ll want to relax in chic comfort and unrelenting style. Just so you know exactly how luxurious things can get, we’ve picked three stunning chalets in three of France’s most exclusive and distinguished resorts. Prepare for some seriously sexy places to stay…

Paris (and its surroundings) are always a good idea. Add to it the incredible summer special rates we are currently offering on our luxury car rentals and you have the perfect recipe for the adventure of a lifetime. Put your luxury car rental to the test of speed and prowess as you take on the country roads that lead to some of the most spectacular places on the outskirts of Paris.

Indulge in the varied landscapes of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, the medley of delectable foods offered by the area’s imaginative chefs, enjoy the charm of small villages, glide down snow covered mountains and admire the ever glamorous Mediterranean blue sea as you drive the Mercedes Benz SL through rural back roads, stony medieval hilltop towns, glittery ski resorts and the almost utopian coast of the French Riviera. Feel the Mediterranean wind brush your hair as you drive smoothly through the roads of the paradisiac Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur.

Winter is just around the corner, and that of course means ski season! To help you book the most sensational ski holiday we have handpicked the five best ski chalets from amongst the wide selection to be found at the exclusive resorts of the Trois Vallees. These chalets were selected for their unique features, be it the opulent luxury it offers their guests, outstanding views of the snowy alps or their unique avant-garde design.

Experience supreme elegance from behind the wheel of a luxury car when you embark on a three-night French Riviera roadtrip. Enjoy beautiful beaches, historic castles, exquisite dining, five-star hotels, glamorous casinos and outstanding views of France’s Cote d’Azur as you travel from Cannes to Monaco, via Grasse, Antibes and St Paul de Vence. Push the limits of style and luxury when you hire one of Europe Luxury Car Hire’s prestigious vehicles on the French Riviera.

The grand opening of the new Monaco Yacht Club by Prince Albert II this June marks the beginning of the countdown towards the superyacht industry’s most exciting event, the Monaco Yacht Show. The opening of the club, attended by its architect Lord Foster, revealed an extended berthing capacity to accommodate the ever-increasing length of luxury yachts.

France

Welcome to Luxuria Magazine, the leading Europe luxury car hire publication. Admired the world over for its impeccable taste and style, France has for centuries now, held the benchmark for fashion, beauty and the art of good living. Join us in our ever lasting love affair with the nation that gifted to the world the talents of living with a savoir-faire, the simple pleasures that come with a joie de vivre and yet simultaneously the sophistication that haute couture inspires.

From within the confines of a stunning Audi convertible we will introduce you to the glamour and glitz found along the dazzling vacation destinations of the French Riviera. Known to attract the world’s most famous and wealthy globetrotters, rub shoulders with celebrities, tycoons, investors and supermodels. Immerse yourself in the depths of luxury, as we bring you articles about climbing the pinnacles of France’s ice capped mountains in a dangerously powerful Range Rover Evoque. From the resorts of Courchevel, Chamonix, Megève and Val d’Isère discover a world a foot under snow and yet sparkling bright with the ornate and luxurious features of ski chalets and the thrilling après-ski nightlife. Come summer, winter, hail or shine, Paris is always a good idea and sits well within the romantic heart of all of us. In the wise words of Jacques Prévert “Paris est tout petit pour ceux qui s'aiment d'un aussi grand amour".

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